The rights a man arrogates to himself are related to the duties he imposes on himself, to the tasks to which he feels equal. The great majority of men have no right to existence, but are a misfortune to higher men.

Summary

This quote suggests that a person's rights are directly tied to the responsibilities and tasks they believe they can handle. It implies that only a few individuals possess the ability and the right to exist, while the majority are seen as burdens or obstacles to those who are more capable or "higher." It hints at a hierarchical view of society, where some individuals are considered superior and entitled to certain rights, while others are deemed inferior and devoid of such entitlements.

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